Politics of Sunday, 25 January 2026Source: classfmonline.comA total of six aspirants have picked nomination forms to contest the upcoming Ayawaso East by-election in the Greater Accra Region, scheduled for February 7, 2026, following the close of nominations on Friday, January 24, 2026. The aspirants who have officially picked forms are:Mohammed RamneMohammed Abdul SalamYakubu AzindowMohammed Baba Jamal AhmedNajib Mohammed SaniAmina AdamParty officials confirmed that the aspirants are expected to return their completed nomination forms on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the party’s regional office. The party extended best wishes to all aspirants as the internal selection process progresses. The Ayawaso East by-election is expected to attract significant political interest as parties intensify preparations ahead of the February poll.

According to her, ESG-related challenges pose significant risks to the insurance sector and require proactive responses to position the industry for sustainable growth. “The insurance sector is uniquely positioned to drive positive change, influence responsible practices, and support sustainable development. Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and sustainable insurance sector,” she said. We remain steadfast in this responsibility, ensuring that businesses, institutions, and national assets are adequately protected to support sustainable economic development,” he stated. Aklasi emphasised that success within the insurance sector is interconnected, stressing that the growth of one institution reinforces the strength of the entire ecosystem.

Sports News of Sunday, 25 January 2026Source: ghanasoccernet.comManchester City manager Pep Guardiola has lauded new signing Antoine Semenyo for bringing "incredible energy" to the club following his £65 million move from AFC Bournemouth earlier this month. His latest performance featured a well-taken goal in City's 2-0 Premier League victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers. Guardiola, speaking to the club's media after the match, emphasized the instant dynamism Semenyo has added to the squad. "Antoine came with incredible energy, and strikers are about numbers," the manager said. With Guardiola already expressing such confidence in his abilities, the forward appears poised for a prominent role in City's pursuit of silverware this season.

Politics of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya West and communications professional, Nenyi George Andah, has called on members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to rise above internal camps and refocus the significance of January 31 on leadership, readiness and national responsibility. According to him, the date should serve as a moment for sober reflection on presidential leadership and the values required to govern Ghana, rather than on internal alignments within the party. “January 31 should remind us of leadership and readiness to govern Ghana and not camps,” he said in a recent interview on January 23, 2026. Andah emphasised that strong political parties are built on shared values, discipline and unity of purpose and not factional loyalty. Acknowledging party members who have stepped forward to offer themselves for leadership, he commended their courage, while stressing that unity must remain the guiding principle.

The call comes as the Bank of Ghana (BoG), on Friday, January 23, 2026, launched the National Virtual Asset Literacy Initiative (NaVALI) in Accra. The programme aims to expose consumers to the risks and opportunities of virtual assets and promote informed, lawful participation in the sector. The Governor of the Central Bank, Dr Johnson Asiama, said the programme seeks to ensure that Ghanaians fully understand virtual assets before undertaking any trades or related activities. “The National Virtual Asset Literacy Initiative is anchored on a simple but important principle: understand before you undertake, which will position virtual asset literacy as the foundation for a safe digital economy,” Dr Asiama said. “As virtual assets grow, so does the need for clear information, practical guidance, and shared understanding for institutions and the digital public.

Entertainment of Sunday, 25 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comVeteran singer Mzbel has revisited her old feud with media personality and Deputy CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Abeiku Santana. The singer further recalled some comments Abeiku allegedly made about her to certain influential people in the past. - Mzbel claps back at Doreen Avio“I don’t have any problem with Abeiku Santana. Mzbel later went on Facebook Live to counter his claims and list her achievements. Abeiku later apologised for his comment and admitted he was wrong in a Facebook post with the caption, “I’m sorry for calling Mzbel a former artiste.”Watch the video below:AK/AM

Regional News of Sunday, 25 January 2026Source: GNAThe Enchi District Magistrate Court has remanded thirteen suspected illegal miners into police custody for operating in the Boi Tano forest reserve in the Western North Region. The suspects between the ages of 17 and 29 years are expected to be in police custody for seven days. Joe Appiah Frimpong, the District Manager for Enchi Forest District, earlier told the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the Enchi Forest District had eight forest reserves, and it included the Jema Asemkrom, and Boi Tano forest reserves, located in the Elubo area near Samreboi. The District Manager stressed that “It took us four and half hours to walk from the boundary to where they had perched their camps. According to Frimpong, all the suspects were handed over to the Enchi Police Command for further investigations and prosecution.

"I got lucky with the heat rule," conceded Sinner, who came through to win 4-6 6-3 6-4 6-4. Sinner was undoubtedly the biggest winner on a sweltering day where play was suspended and almost 100,000 fans were warned to take care in the heat. How Sinner benefitted from heat rulePlay is stopped at the Australian Open when the heat stress scale hits its maximum of five. Just get in and get out early," said Keys, who won 6-3 6-3 against Czech Karolina Pliskova. Pegula, who won 6-3 6-2 against Russia's Oksana Selekhmeteva, said the conditions were "different but not crazy".

Business News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSamuel Kwame Adomako, a prominent cybersecurity and data expert, has expressed optimism about the government’s anti-scam efforts, citing recent successes in the fight against cybercrime. Adomako commended the Minister of Communications, Samuel Nartey George, for his efforts to curb fraudulent activities across the country. He welcomed the recent arrests of suspected scammers by security agencies, describing them as a step in the right direction. Adomako also lauded the collaboration between the security agencies and the minister, noting that such cooperation is crucial in protecting Ghanaians from cybercrime and cyberbullying. He also called on Ghana’s telecommunications companies to work closely with the Minister, security agencies, and other stakeholders to develop effective strategies to combat scams.

The move concludes American participation in the United Nations’ specialised health body in Geneva, ending US funding, membership, and representation on WHO governing and technical committees. Officials say all US personnel assigned to the organisation have been recalled. US officials have criticized the organisation’s pandemic performance, particularly during COVID-19, alleging delays in declaring emergencies and insufficient transparency. They argue that the United States will pursue global health goals through bilateral partnerships, direct collaborations with other nations, and engagement with non-governmental and private sector actors rather than through multilateral institutions. As the United States exits, it also halts financial contributions that for decades funded vaccination campaigns, emergency response teams, and health systems in low- and middle-income countries.

Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: classfmonline.comThe Ashanti Regional Police Command has launched investigations into an incident in which a Jacobu District patrol team was attacked by a group of civilians at Bepotenten Sukuum while officers were on routine patrol duties. The incident occurred on January 23, 2026, after police officers retrieved a pump-action gun from a 15-year-old boy. Police said that while the patrol team was returning from the operation, they were confronted by a crowd of about 100 individuals who blocked the road. The group, some of whom were reportedly armed with cutlasses and firearms, attacked the officers and forcibly seized a service rifle. The Ashanti Regional Police Command has condemned the attack and reiterated its warning to the public against acts of violence toward law enforcement officers.

One of these vehicles drives off the end of the assembly line every minute, flashing its headlights. Slovakia, which is home to 5.4 million people, makes almost a million cars a year. This is a small number compared to the world's largest producers, such as the biggest, China, which manufacturers a whopping 31 million cars per annum. Yet Slovakia is the number one producer on a per capita basis - relative to the size of its population. At the door insulation part of the assembly line I also talk to Simona Krnova, 23.

General News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPolitical scientist and development scholar Dr Kwabena Bomfeh Jnr has argued that the political noise surrounding former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta will have little impact on his prosecution. According to him, a successful prosecution depends solely on due diligence and adherence to legal processes, rather than public uproar and picketing. His comments come after days of demonstrations by some pressure groups in the country calling for the early deportation of Ken Ofori-Atta. Ken Ofori-Atta faces US court over visa revocation, possible extradition to Ghana“To achieve successful prosecution requires due diligence, patience, soberness, tact, and diligence, not political noise. Ken Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States court on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, following actions taken by US immigration authorities over his legal status in the country.

Speaking to GhanaWeb TV on January 22, 2026, Yaw said he was informed around 4 a.m. on Tuesday that his brother had been shot and taken to the Accra Central Police Station. “When we arrived, we were told Kwasi Dada had been shot and his body taken to the Police Hospital. Wife of murdered taxi driver speaksYaw said his brother had been hired for a trip from Dansoman to Kasoa but made a U-turn into Tetegu, where the shooting occurred. “I believe a misunderstanding led to her shooting him three times, causing him to die in his car,” he added. Watch the full interview on GhanaWeb TV below:VKB/MAYou can also watch his wife and daughter's accounts here

Sports News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: metrotvonline.comLiverpool superstar Mohamed Salah has quietly spent $25 million to purchase a private hospital in Egypt. What could have been a lavish personal investment has instead become a powerful symbol of care, compassion, and community. The new medical center offers everything from routine checkups and surgeries to medications—all at no cost to patients. Stories like these are becoming more common at Salah’s medical center, where individuals once resigned to the margins of society are receiving care and attention they never thought possible. While many celebrities spend millions on supercars, yachts, or lavish properties, Salah has chosen to invest his wealth in something far more meaningful.